Dr. Gerard Desmond, DPT, OCS, SCS, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“Jerry is an excellent trainer. He is very experienced, cares for his patients and has an excellent sense at humor. I highly recommend him ”

NWMore than 1 year ago

About Dr. Gerard Desmond

My name is Gerard “Jerry” Desmond and I am the Executive Director with Recovery Physical Therapy at our Flatiron office in Manhattan. If you are unfamiliar with me as a physical therapy practitioner, I have been in the field for 35 years. I dabbled at making a living as a carpenter, in clerical work, lumberman, stock person, busboy, truck driver, waiter, banker, funeral receptionist, and cutting lawns prior to becoming a physical therapist. I realized physical therapy was my calling while volunteering over a two-year period to take care of a boy who had sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) after a major car accident. During my thirty-four years as a physical therapist, I have had extensive experience in the field of sports rehabilitation with athletes at all levels of competition. I provide a “hands on” approach to treating orthopedics and sports-related injuries on a recreational level, as well as, a professional sports level. I have worked with athletes from the New Jersey Nets, New York Rangers, Alvin Ailey American dancers, professional tennis players, the Dance Theatre of Harlem, Amateur boxers, and baseball athletes. I chose physical therapy as a profession to make an impact on people’s lives and after many years practicing with a BS degree in physical therapy I completed my doctorate in 2012. I also received formal recognition of clinical excellence by the American Physical Therapy Association with specialty certifications in both Orthopedics (OCS) and Sports Medicine (SCS), which is a rarity as not many people in the United States have both certifications. I am recognized as a specialist amongst my peers, physicians, and by the many universities who send us students to teach and develop their clinical skills; a curriculum requirement. Recently, I endeavored to become a first responder and then an EMT volunteer for my community for the past 5 years. I do what I am passionate about, set very high goals, and believe that hard work and commitment lends themselves to great outcomes. At Recovery Physical Therapy, this is our philosophy. I represent you the patient and the referring physician. I always aspire to make a difference in my patient’s lives. This is my passion.

Popular visit reasons

Ankle Pain

Arthritis

Dizziness

Hand Problems

New Patient Visit

Physical Therapy Consultation

Post-Operative Mobility (Hand and Fingers)

Sports Injury

Ankle Pain

Arthritis

Dizziness

Hand Problems

Education and background

Practice names

Physical Therapy Fit For Life

Education and training

A.T. Still University, Kirksville, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1710951637

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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5 reviews

Most relevant

Very proffessional, Very happy with my progress. Would highly recommend.

More than 1 year agoNA

Excellent.

More than 1 year agoSL

Excellent Treatment.

More than 1 year agoHA

Jerry is an excellent trainer. He is very experienced, cares for his patients and has an excellent sense at humor. I highly recommend him

More than 1 year agoNW

Progress noticeable and appreciated.

More than 1 year agoJL

Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Dr. Gerard Desmond work with?

Dr. Gerard Desmond works with Physical Therapy Fit For Life.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Gerard Desmond?

Dr. Gerard Desmond frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Hand Problems, New Patient Visit, Physical Therapy Consultation, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Gerard Desmond on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Gerard Desmond speak?

Dr. Gerard Desmond speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Gerard Desmond in reviews?

5 patients have reviewed Dr. Gerard Desmond. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.